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N898 GRL

1995 Triumph Trophy

Black Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

32,739 mi
Last recorded32,739 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2023
Typical for 1995 Triumph Trophy29,456 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN898 GRL
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2023 32,739 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both forks (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 32,506 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 8 Apr 2022 32,503 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases n/s (6.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 May 2021 32,195 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 31,504 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 31,504 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 30,227 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

n/s exhaust section slightly deteriorated

Fail 25 Jun 2018 30,224 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

n/s exhaust section slightly deteriorated

Pass 29 Jun 2017 29,141 miles

Central Exhaust slightly deteriorated link pipe (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 27,518 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play Shock absorber bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 5 Oct 2015 27,518 miles

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play Shock absorber bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 27,199 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 26,786 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 Mar 2013 26,786 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 23,505 miles

Damage to o/s/f foot peg

poss air leak from engine

Fail 2 Feb 2011 23,505 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

O/S footrest slight damage to end

Poss engine air leak

Slight travel in front brake lever - attention may be required

Pass 25 Jan 2010 19,136 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 17,979 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 17,096 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Trophy?

Based on 47,093 MOT tests across 4,717 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
914
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
4,717
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 694
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 631
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 549
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 438
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 421
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N898 GRL is a 1995 Triumph Trophy in Black with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1995 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 29,456 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Trophy fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 694 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N898 GRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Trophy typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 31 years old, this Triumph Trophy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N898 GRL is a 1995 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 6 November 1995.

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